This Friday and Saturday, not only will a 299 river venture reward you with warmer temperatures, you’ll also get a load of local live music in your ear. For ‘tis the return of Mad River SummerFest, which will take over Christie Ranch near Blue Lake for two nights and one day of bands, booths and booze. Hell, for a paltry $15 you can even set up camp. Who’s playing? Let the Lowdown inform you who’s gonna be onstage when:

Late: A Cowboy SongRedwood Park
/ 7 p.m.
Part of Plays in the Park. Mary finds herself caught between her childhood sweetheart Crick, and the cowboy Red. As Crick pulls her in with marriage and a baby, Red gives her the freedom of the open fields and friendship.Web site /
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